"Established in 1991 in the Norwich area, Norvic Concordia has gained a reputation for its ability to provide an enjoyable experience that appeals to a wide range of musical tastes. Its growing repertoire covers from Bach to Bartok in the classical field to a wide variety of popular music, whether from ragtime, jazz, musicals or popular standards. This CD covers the lighter side of the repertoire and is set out in the form of a typical light music concert with pieces for quintet, trio, duets and solos. The title "Purely Accordion" aptly describes what you hear - just accordion, five in number. No amplifications or other instruments are needed to make a satisfactory sound". As described by the performers, the Norvic Concordia accordion quintet covers a wide spectrum of styles. For this recording their repertoire consists of the popular, light tunes such as Blue Tango, 'Allo 'Allo, My Fair Lady, etc. Their choice of tunes is also quite interesting, as some of the evergreen tunes recorded by Norvic Concordia are rarely heard on accordion recordings. The Quintet's arrangements of popular tunes is also successful. They are written for various combinations - the whole quintet, duets, solos, trios - so quite a variety is presented. This recording includes simple, ever-green, easy listening tunes, pleasant and enjoyable entertainment, played by a group of people who obviously enjoy what they do. If this is what you are after - then this recording is the way to go! |